Ocean Township Council Discusses Traffic Safety Amid Rising School Enrollment

Overview: During the recent Ocean Township Council meeting, a discussion unfolded regarding traffic safety concerns, particularly in light of anticipated increases in student enrollment at a local school. The council highlighted the need for improved traffic flow and enhanced safety measures during peak hours when parents and school buses frequent the area. Suggestions included assigning a police officer for early morning monitoring and implementing stop or yield signs to mitigate risks at critical intersections.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Zoning Board Approves Home Expansions Amid Concerns Over Stormwater and Property Use Violations

Overview: In a recent Parsippany-Troy Hills Zoning Board meeting, the board approved multiple home expansion projects while grappling with concerns about stormwater runoff management, property use violations, and the enforcement of zoning regulations.

Piscataway Township Plans Ambitious Solar Upgrades for Schools in 2026

Overview: During the recent Piscataway Township Planning Board meeting, a detailed proposal for solar energy upgrades at Piscataway High School and Quibbletown Middle School captured attention. The Board of Education plans to decommission outdated solar arrays and replace them with more efficient systems.

Sayreville Zoning Board Approves Solar Canopy Proposal Amid Safety and Environmental Concerns

Overview: The Sayreville Borough Zoning Board meeting on December 10, 2025, focused on the approval of a solar carport canopy project at Epic Church, located on Main Street Extension. The board heard detailed presentations and concerns from applicants and community members regarding the project’s environmental impact, safety, and community benefits, ultimately leading to the approval of the proposal with a majority vote.

Union Zoning Board Debates Property Disputes Amidst Tensions Between Neighbors

Overview: The Union Township Zoning Board meeting focused primarily on unresolved property disputes between neighbors on Meister Avenue, where alterations to David Pereira’s property have sparked community concern. The board discussed modifications to Pereira’s plans, the ongoing tensions between neighbors, and procedural matters relating to upcoming hearings.